Developing a mobility plan in support of one of the most important urban regeneration projects in the Greater Paris area
The Charenton-Bercy project is one of the most significant urban regeneration initiatives currently underway in the Greater Paris area. Over a 10-year development period, the project will transform approximately 400,000 sqm, nearly 10% of the municipality’s area, into a new mixed-use district combining residential, commercial, public, and green spaces.
Strategically positioned between Paris and the surrounding suburban municipalities, Charenton-Bercy benefits from strong metropolitan connectivity and a unique relationship between dense urban fabric and natural landscapes. The development aims to establish a new model for sustainable and innovative urban living, as stated in the redevelopment plan (also called “Le programme de la ZAC”).
However, the transformation of such a large site required a comprehensive mobility strategy capable of reconnecting fragmented urban areas while supporting accessibility, sustainability, and economic vitality.
Systematica contributed to the development of the mobility plan for the future Charenton-Bercy district, supporting the broader urban regeneration vision through integrated and sustainable transport strategies.
Our work focused on defining mobility solutions tailored to the site’s specific challenges while reinforcing the district’s permeability and connectivity with the surrounding metropolitan area.
The goal was unlocking the area’s potential by reimagining connections, promoting soft mobility, and enhancing accessibility at all scales.
Systematica developed and verified the mobility strategy through the implementation of an integrated multimodal micro-simulation model capable of analyzing the interaction between all transport systems operating simultaneously on the site.
The study included:
- Private traffic and circulation modelling
- Public transport operations and passenger flow analysis
- Freight and delivery movement assessment
- Pedestrian and cycling flow analysis
- Multimodal interaction simulations
The modelling simulation, combined with results from the spatial visibility index, allowed the façade value assessment along Rue Baron Le Roy, the main commercial street of the future district.
Systematica’s work enabled a deeper understanding of the relationship between circulation patterns, public space activation, and commercial attractiveness in the analyzed area, creating a strong foundation for the long-term transformation of Charenton-Bercy.
Therefore, it supported the vision behind the project and the development of one of Greater Paris’ most ambitious urban regeneration initiatives.
Visit the official Charenton-Bercy website for more information on the development process.